Chemical substances used on living tissues that inhibit the growth of microorganism are called?
Correct answer: D. Antiseptics
- A. Disinfectant
- B. Sanitizer
- C. Antibiotic
- D. Antiseptics
Explanation
Antiseptics are specifically designed for use on living tissues to inhibit or kill microorganisms, making them the correct answer. Disinfectants are meant for non-living surfaces, sanitizers are used to reduce microbes to safe levels on surfaces, and antibiotics are used internally to treat infections, not applied to tissue surfaces.
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